What gives you that bright smile?
In most tubes you will find a whitening agent like baking soda, silica or hydrogen peroxide. That last one is the same ingredient used to lighten hair, but in a much lower concentration (pastes have a maximum of 6% compared to up to 12% in hair dye.)
What is the downside of whitening toothpaste?
Those bleaching particles are abrasive and can expose the sensitive layer of tissue underneath enamel called dentin. Help prevent this by choosing a soft bristle brush and brushing gently, at least twice a day, when using a whitening formula.
You cannot expect miracles.
A whitening paste improves everyday surface stains from things like coffee and red wine and is a great maintenance tool after a pro-whitening session, but in-office treatments give better, faster results.
Their flavorings have benefits.
Since sugar causes cavities, chemists use other natural and artificial sweeteners in all kinds of toothpaste - and they do more than add taste. Sorbitol, a synthetic sugar alcohol, also helps to maintain the paste's texture. The natural sugar alcohol xylitol prevents bacterial growth to stop cavities from forming.
TIP:
Look for one with fluoride. Fluoride prevents decay and restores enamel that can be broken down by coarse whiteners.
reference:
Dr. Oz - The Good Life Magazine
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